A fantastic opportunity to own a well-proven Beneteau First 40.7, combining lively performance under sail with the comfort and practicality needed for cruising. The First 40.7 is renowned for its excellent sailing characteristics, responsive handling and spacious 8-berth accommodation, making her equally at home on the racecourse, coastal passages or longer cruising adventures. 2-spreader rig. New rigging 2025. Family owned. Excellent condition.... read more

Deep fin keel, 3 spreader mast with new standing rigging 2021, full width main sheet traveller, new B&G electronics 2021, new seacocks, new sprayhood 2021, 8 berths in 3 cabins plus saloon. Volvo MD2040 saildrive, Main sail, furling Genoa and Cursing chute, storm jib, all in excellent condition. Substantial refit in 2021. Sails serviced and laundered by Kemps in 2024 This is a very tidy First 40.7, not to be confused with tired race boats. The boat has been used for light cruising on the south coast for the last 10 years.... read more

French production boatbuilders Beneteau require no introduction from me, having been in business since 1884! The First 40.7 was initially designed by Bruce Farr in 1999 and very quickly gained popularity with nearly 700 produced in total. I would imagine they are probably the best known of the cruiser-racers, they still turn up in numbers at club regattas all over the country and as a family cruising boat they offer excellent accommodation as well as being fun to sail This 40.7 has had a good career under RORC, from channel races to Round Britain and Ireland and she's crossed the Atlantic t... read more

Marketing Description This Beneteau First 40.7 cruiser–racer, currently ashore at Conwy Marina, is offered for sale and available for viewing by appointment. Previously operated as an RYA sailing school vessel, she has benefited from regular professional maintenance throughout her working life. As expected of a training yacht, she shows signs of minor cosmetic wear and tear; however, this is reflected in her presentation and offers an excellent opportunity for a new owner seeking a proven, capable platform.  Renowned for her balance of performance and cruising comfort, the First 40.7 rema... read more